Salary : $63,139.00 - $97,867.00 Annually
Location : 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis NC 28081
Job Type: Full Time - 2A
Job Number: 00378
Department: Human Resources
Division: Human Resources
Opening Date: 08/28/2026
Closing Date: 9/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Example of Duties
HIRING RANGE: $30.35 - $34.90 hourly; $63,139 - $72,609 annually

Open until filled
Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
JOB SUMMARY

The Human Resources Analyst I performs a variety of routine and complex administrative, technical, and professional work for the Human Resource Department. Reporting to the Assistant Human Resources Director, the Human Resources Analyst I works under moderate supervision sufficient to monitor progress and assess achievement of key performance indicators.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The following descriptions are intended to be representative of the general responsibilities and duties of the position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Enters new hires into payroll and timekeeping software and ensures settings are accurate; enters all payroll changes and deductions into Munis for approval.
• Maintains documents in the Employee Self Service (ESS) Resources tab

• Oversees departmental purchase orders (including health insurance fund and workers compensation fund), payment to vendors and coordination with finance
• Works with external HR vendors and finance accounts payable to ensure accurate payment process
• Enters Purchase Order requisitions for the HR department
• Responsible for all department coding and submitting invoices to accounts payable; collaborating with HR staff on coding invoices for the department
• Provides customer service to guests of the Human Resource Department in person and by phone
• Responsible for completing Personnel Transaction Requests (PTRs)
• Sends out internal notification for new hires, status changes and terminations
• Maintains active and inactive employee personnel files in Laserfiche and NEOGOV
• Processes HR mail and delivers to offices
• Serves as general backup for the department on a variety of questions including employee benefits, policies and processes
• Completes requests for verification of employment
• Provides support for logistics for employee orientation

• Performs other general clerical and related tasks as required

• All other duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of the philosophies, principles and practices of public personnel administration.
• Considerable knowledge of employee classification, compensation, benefits, recruitment, selection, and training.

• General knowledge of organization and administration of municipal government
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and strong mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Demonstrated skill in use of personal computer, including word processing, database and spreadsheet programs.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
• Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Ability to creatively and effectively prepare, edit and design reports and other publications.
• Ability to present ideas effectively, both orally or in written form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
• Ability to research, collect, organize and analyze data.
• Ability to attend meetings or perform other assignments at locations outside the office.
• Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in personnel administration, public administration, business management or a closely related field and a minimum of three years experience in a human resources capacity. Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles required.

Other Necessary Requirements
JOB RELATED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position primarily operates in an office setting, performing mostly sedentary work. Physical activity related to this position may include constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and printer, frequently moving about the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. and communicating information and ideas so others will understand. Sufficient visual acuity is required to prepare and analyze data and figures and do extensive reading. May require the physical exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects. An employee in this position will not be substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 - 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.

For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-4301.
The City of Kannapolis offers a full range of benefits that includes the following:

• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Pay for Performance
• Medical Expense Assistance
• Alive and Well Program
• Onsite Health Clinic
• Onsite dietitian service
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability
• 401k, Roth, and 457 plans available
• Employer 401k contribution match
• Educational Assistance
• Breavement Leave
• Paid Volunteer Hours
• Birthday Holiday
• Special Separation Allowance
• Retirement
• Incentive Pay
• Wellness Benefits
• Access to Cannon Baller Suite Tickets
• Continuation of Health Insurance at Retirement
• Paid YMCA Membership
• Onsite fitness centers

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